Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
Break entrenched patterns, rekindle possibility. A physician-led, precision-guided approach to ketamine-assisted therapy, starting with at-home compounded troches.
We use ketamine as a structured therapeutic tool, not a party trick. Every protocol is guided by a board-certified physician and integrated with your broader health optimization plan.
What is ketamine-assisted therapy?
Ketamine-assisted therapy combines a well-studied medication with intentional preparation, guided dosing, and integration. Ketamine acts on the NMDA receptor and glutamate system, helping interrupt rigid mental patterns and open a window for neuroplastic change. In plain English: it can help people get unstuck from chronic loops of depression, anxiety, and burnout when used thoughtfully and safely.
This is not a magic bullet. It is a catalyst. The real change comes from how you integrate the experience into your life, relationships, habits, and health.
Why work with Tagge Health for ketamine?
Physician-led care
All ketamine care is overseen by a board-certified physician. Screening, dosing, and follow-up are handled with the same rigor as any medical treatment.
Precision, not guesswork
Ketamine is integrated into a broader health optimization model that can include metabolomics, sleep, circadian rhythm, and nervous-system support when appropriate.
Trauma-informed and growth-oriented
The goal is not just to "take the edge off." We use ketamine as a tool to support healing, insight, and long-term growth.
Longitudinal support
You are not a one-off session. You have access to ongoing care, integration, coaching, and medical follow-up as clinically appropriate.
At-home ketamine troches (available now)
Currently, ketamine-assisted therapy is offered using compounded ketamine troches that dissolve in the mouth. After a thorough consultation and medical clearance, we develop a personalized dose-titration plan and provide guidance on preparation, mindset, and environment ("set and setting").
This includes:
- Medical screening and safety review.
- A personalized dosing protocol using compounded troches.
- Preparation coaching so you know what to expect.
- Guidance on creating a safe, supportive environment.
- Post-session integration to help you make sense of insights and apply them to your life.
- Optional add-ons for sleep, stress, and metabolic optimization when medically appropriate.
On-site injection therapy (coming 2026)
In 2026, we plan to add in-office ketamine injection protocols with continuous monitoring and structured therapeutic support. These sessions will offer a more intensive, clinic-based option for select patients who meet specific medical and psychological criteria.
How the process works
Initial consultation
We review your medical history, current medications, mental health history, and goals. We determine whether ketamine is appropriate and safe for you, or whether another approach makes more sense.
Preparation
Before your first session, we talk about mindset, expectations, and logistics: when to dose, what environment to create, and how to structure your time during and after the experience.
Ketamine session
For troche-based treatment, you follow a structured dosing plan with clear guidance and safety parameters. If and when in-office injections become available, those can be integrated into this step with appropriate monitoring.
Integration
After your session, we schedule integration time to help you process what came up, translate insights into action, and align your experience with your long-term health goals.
Ongoing optimization
Depending on your needs, we can layer in sleep, stress, metabolic, and mitochondrial optimization so you are not just feeling different for a few days, but building a healthier baseline.
Who might benefit from ketamine-assisted therapy?
This approach may be a good fit if you resonate with any of the following:
- You feel stuck in patterns of low mood, anxiety, or burnout despite "trying everything."
- You are a high performer whose inner life no longer matches your outer achievements.
- You have done therapy before but feel like you keep circling the same themes.
- You want a medically supervised option, not a DIY psychedelic experiment.
- You are open to doing the internal work, not just chasing a quick fix.
Safety, risks, and who should not use ketamine
Ketamine is generally well tolerated when used in a controlled, medically supervised setting, but it is not for everyone. Potential side effects can include short-term changes in blood pressure and heart rate, nausea, dissociation, and dizziness. Rarely, some people may experience worsening mood or anxiety.
Ketamine may not be appropriate if you have:
- Certain uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions.
- A history of psychosis or certain psychiatric conditions.
- Uncontrolled substance use disorder.
- Specific medical contraindications identified during your consultation.
We will review your history, medications, and lab data as needed to decide whether ketamine is a safe and appropriate option for you. If it is not, we can discuss other strategies to support your mental and metabolic health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to explore ketamine-assisted therapy?
If you are curious whether ketamine fits into your broader health and mental wellness plan, the best next step is a structured medical consultation. We will review your history, discuss options, and decide together.